Socrates: an unexamined life is not worth living
Socrates argued that a life without constant self-reflection and critical inquiry lacks true purpose, championing wisdom and virtue over passive existence.
Ancient Greek philosopher Socrates famously declared that "the unexamined life is not worth living." He made this profound statement during his trial in Athens around 399 BCE, as recorded in Plato's 'Apology.' Facing execution, Socrates argued that true human existence demands constant self-reflection and questioning to achieve wisdom and virtue.
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